Pat Sajak Makes a Spin-tacular Comeback for ‘Celebrity Wheel of Fortune’

After stepping down from the iconic "Wheel of Fortune" in June 2024, Pat Sajak is gearing up for one last hurrah on the game show stage. Dubbed his "Final Spin," Sajak will return as host for a week of "Celebrity Wheel of Fortune" episodes starting April 30, 2025, as confirmed in a press release. Fans of the beloved spinoff series are in for a treat—this isn't just any farewell; it's star-studded.

The week will feature a dynamic lineup of Hollywood celebrities, including Josh Gad, Regina Hall, Ellie Kemper, Justin Long, Joe Manganiello, and Katharine McPhee, among others. These A-listers will compete for a chance to win up to $1 million for charities of their choice. Now, if only spinning a wheel could make us millionaires too!

Following the special "Celebrity Wheel of Fortune" episodes, viewers can look forward to the 2025 "Jeopardy! Masters" tournament, hosted by none other than former champ Ken Jennings. Game show fans, your calendars just got busier.

Pat Sajak’s retirement in June 2023 ended an extraordinary 42-year run as host of the long-running game show. Weeks after announcing his departure, Ryan Seacrest was named his successor. While Sajak’s legacy is a tough act to follow, Seacrest has managed to keep things lively—perhaps a little too lively, as evidenced by one recent episode.

During a particularly unforgettable moment, contestant Bill Page from Wilmington, Delaware, put Seacrest in a playful headlock. The viral clip showed Seacrest smiling at first, but eventually tapping out as Page lowered him toward the ground. Fans couldn’t stop buzzing about the incident, with one Instagram user calling it "the highlight of the show." If this is the new normal, Seacrest might want to consider wearing a helmet.

As for Pat Sajak, his return marks the end of an era and a nostalgic celebration of one of television’s most enduring careers. Sajak began hosting "Wheel of Fortune" in 1981, joined by co-host Vanna White in 1982. White will continue spinning letters through at least the 2025-2026 season. Together, they’ve been a fixture in American living rooms for over four decades. If you ask me, few things scream comfort TV like Sajak, White, and that spinning wheel.

"Wheel of Fortune" first aired in 1975, and its legacy continues strong, blending nostalgia with modern celebrity pizzazz. Sajak’s final curtain call promises to be a fitting send-off for a man who’s practically synonymous with the phrase "spin the wheel."